Hampshire · London and the South East
Storm Damage Roof Report in Lyndhurst
An independent record of roof damage after a storm around Lyndhurst, with a written report you can act on. Weekday and weekend visits available.
- Lead lifted at abutments
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
- Ridge tiles that have come loose
Storm damage roof report in Lyndhurst
Many policies treat gusts of about 55 mph as storm conditions, but it varies by policy. Check your own policy wording. Whether the weather met it is for your insurer. Our part is recording the damage to your roof and its likely cause. Each area of damage is photographed, and the report is yours to pass on. The claim decision rests with your insurer. We’re frequently asked to look into slates and tiles blown off the roof and roofs hit by falling trees, on chimney stacks, flashings and slate and tile slopes.
Houses in smaller places like Lyndhurst can stand more in the open, so wind and driving rain find any weakness in ridges, verges and flashings. If a leak shows only when the wind is in a certain direction, that is a useful clue. It helps to know when and where the water appears. The gutters on the most exposed side can overflow too.
Where we can’t see part of the roof, the report says so. You’ll know exactly what was inspected and what wasn’t.
- Location
- Lyndhurst (SO43)
- Wider area
- Hampshire
- Price
- From £150 inc. VAT
- Your report
- A written report with photos, by email
- Appointments
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insured
- Professional indemnity and public liability
- Telephone
- 07833 053749
- Page updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips from our surveys
Over many surveys, some simple habits stand out as worth the effort:
- Ask a roofer for emergency temporary protection if water is coming in
- Look at what your policy says about wear and tear
- Keep fallen slates or tiles as evidence if safe
- Report the damage to your insurer as soon as you can
You get the report by email and pass it to your insurer yourself. We do not deal with the insurer on your behalf.
Ask a tree specialist about branches over the roof. Branches can hit or scrape the roof in a storm.
Landlords, agents and block managers in Lyndhurst
Managing agents and residents’ management companies use roof surveys to plan maintenance. The report sets out what needs attention now and what can wait.
Businesses and commercial landlords can book us too. Larger roofs take longer, and they’re priced for the size.
What affects the price in Lyndhurst
All our prices include VAT. The things that change the price are:
- Commercial roofs and larger buildings
- The number of roofs, including extensions and garages
- Features like valleys, chimneys, dormers and parapets
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
Prices start from £150, including VAT. What you pay depends on how big and how high the roof is, how it can safely be seen and the package you choose.
Helping us price your survey
Here’s what helps us most when you contact us:
- Any marks or damp showing indoors
- What’s prompted the survey
- Pictures of the roof from a safe spot, if you have them
- The type of building and roof, such as pitched or flat
For a price for storm damage roof reports in Lyndhurst, phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email. A few details about the property and the roof help us price the survey accurately.
Lyndhurst: your questions answered
Do you cover Lyndhurst?
Yes. We cover the whole of London and South East England, and Lyndhurst is part of that. You can phone 07833 053749 or drop us an email with the address and some details.
Will you come out to Lyndhurst?
Yes, we do. We cover the whole of London and South East England, from towns to the smallest villages. Longer journeys are simply planned in advance.
Should I go up on the roof to take photos?
Safely, from ground level or a window. Never climb onto a roof after a storm. Binoculars can help you see damage from below and we will inspect the rest from safe positions.
Can you tell me if my claim will be paid?
The decision is your insurer’s, not ours. Our report records what is damaged, with photos, and the likely cause, which you can pass to your insurer.
Do you use drones?
Yes, where it’s applicable. Our sub-250g drone is flown by a CAA-registered operator with a Flyer ID and Operator ID, and the airspace and weather are checked before every flight.
Do you test for asbestos?
No. Our report may flag materials that could contain asbestos, but only a specialist asbestos surveyor can confirm it. Buildings built or refurbished before 2000 may contain it.
What if my insurer declines the claim?
Complain to your insurer first. After that, the Financial Ombudsman Service may be able to look at it. An independent report can add to your evidence, but we can’t say how it will turn out.
Wind, rain and roofs in Lyndhurst
Thatch survives on some older buildings in Hampshire’s villages. In this part of the South East, older roofs are mostly slate or clay tile and many newer ones concrete tile. Each of these roof types has its own typical places for water to get in. There are about 500,000 buildings on England’s list of listed buildings, and around 10,000 conservation areas. Listed building consent is needed for changes that affect a listed building’s special interest, and conservation areas can limit changes of roofing material, so check with the council.
Landlords with a home close to Ashurst New Forest station may find that a tenant living with a leak needs the cause found, not just the stain painted over. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Lyndhurst, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use.
Lyndhurst is about 4 miles south-west of Totton, in Hampshire. We visit Lyndhurst as part of our work across Hampshire. Lyndhurst is one of the places in Hampshire where we work for storm damage roof reports. You can also see our page for Southampton.
Surveys in SO43 work the same way as everywhere else we cover. If you need a storm damage roof report at a property on High Street, King's Close and Empress Road or anywhere close by, we can help. We also cover the places around Lyndhurst: Emery Down (1 mile west), Ashurst (3 miles north-east), Balmerlawn (3 miles south), Colbury (4 miles north-east) and Brockenhurst (4 miles south). We also work in nearby towns such as Eastleigh (12 miles north-east), Totton (4 miles north-east), Chandler's Ford (11 miles north-east), Hedge End (12 miles east), Lymington (8 miles south) and Romsey (9 miles north-east).
Near you in Lyndhurst
Around Lyndhurst, our work takes us to homes and buildings near Fox And Hounds Public House, among other places. Lyndhurst’s nearest station is Ashurst New Forest station, roughly 2.4 miles north-east. A little further out are Ashurst Hospital (2.6 miles north-east) and National Dairy Museum (3.4 miles north-east). Open spaces near Lyndhurst include Copythorne Common.
Also near Lyndhurst
Also in Lyndhurst
When to book a survey in Lyndhurst
Branches and trees often come down on roofs during storms. We record the damage and where it is, with photos.
Common reasons to book include:
- New damp or leaks inside
- Torn or lifted flat roof coverings
- Broken or displaced guttering
- Loose or broken chimney pots and cowls
The streets around a church such as Church of Our Lady and St Edward are often among the oldest in a place, and if yours is one of the older homes nearby, leaks on older roofs frequently start at lead flashings, valleys or around old chimney stacks.
Before booking any roof surveyor
- What follow-up you get after the report
- What they won’t be able to tell you
- Will the report include photos?
- Whether the price includes VAT
What you can safely check yourself
The one thing to avoid is getting up close. Slates, tiles, flat roofs and rooflights can give way. That part is for a survey.
If you have a loft with safe access, take a look inside. Take a torch and only step on boards or joists, checking for stains, damp wood or chinks of daylight.
What happens on the day
Once we have finished looking, we write up our findings as a written report with photos, sent to you by email. On timing, it typically takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, depending on how much of the roof was hit. In a smaller place like Lyndhurst, parking is seldom the issue; lanes, gates and long drives are worth mentioning. Low roofs on bungalows can often be seen well from the ground, and the loft shows the rest, while taller roofs may need other vantage points or the drone where it applies.
- We start with what you’ve seen and any temporary repairs.
- We check inside, including the loft where there’s access, for water damage.
- We view the roof from safe positions.
- We record fresh damage and older defects.
- The report, with photos, is emailed to you.
How to prepare
- Leave a clear route to the loft
- Have keys ready for side gates, garages or roof access doors
- Let us know about parking near the property
How to book
Buyers should book once an offer has been accepted, so you have the findings in time to act on them before you exchange. For any other survey, just call 07833 053749 or use the contact form when you’re ready.